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Mercato Lifestyle : Old Naples Style in Mercato

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The idea behind the Residences at Mercato was to bring the charm of an Old Naples home to the Mercato setting, specifically the courtyard style home. The challenge that was undertaken was to achieve a flowing courtyard home design without the opportunity for an alley-loaded configuration.
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Port Royal Allure : Beauty, Taste, and Elegance

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It is a rare treat for a designer to work with clients that give creative free reign. Laura Parsons, owner of Pure Design, found herself in this position with the new owners of a home in Port Royal. Their visual direction was given over lunch at Old Collier Golf Club. They wanted their new home to h...

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Neapolitan : Estuary at Grey Oaks

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The charm of far-away places infuses the character of this transitional West Indies-inspired residence by Stock Signature Homes, the award-winning luxury homebuilding division of Stock Development. Stained cypress corbels and brackets add form, while large overhangs designed to protect the home from...

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Downtown Oasis : Mangrove Bay

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Nestled in the heart of downtown Naples at the crossroads of 5th Avenue and Tin City, Mangrove Bay on Goodlette-Frank Road is exceptionally well-situated. The tagline of “saving the exceptional for last,” refers to it being sited on the last remaining significant waterfront property for resident...

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Ralph Lauren Homage : Condominium in Gulf Shore

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The moment you enter the LeBlanc home, a feeling of peace washes over you. Soft colors, elegant fabrics, and an abundance of natural light create a tranquil setting matched by the serenity of the Gulf of Mexico visible through the large windows. A fully remodeled unit, the home is a testament to wha...

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Dream House : Prato in Talis Park

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Situated on the 14th fairway of one of just two Greg Norman/Pete Dye designed courses in the world, the Prato neighborhood in Kitson & Partners’ Talis Park offered an ideal setting for the 2015 Golf Dream House. This collaborative project celebrates the game and those who play it by creating a...

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Modern Charm : In Pine Ridge Estates

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Every once in a while, a neighborhood is discovered in Naples that is poised for development and a group of talented people come together to craft exciting new homes. Right now, this new frontier is Pine Ridge Estates.
Although it is not gated, this section of Naples from Pine Ridge to Vanderbilt B...

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Beach House Serenity : Historic Old Naples

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In an area as sophisticated and rich in history as Olde Naples, it is a monumental feat for a house to stand out as unique while still remaining perfectly suited to its surroundings; this house accomplishes such a feat. Sitting a few short blocks from the beach this beautiful creation from Matthew K...

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Personal Resort Style : Alligator Lake in Old Naples

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This impressive six-bedroom, nine-bath home flanking Alligator Lake in Old Naples is the product of boutique developer Salem Homes. Tropical and modern design elements inspired this design from the architecture to the furnishings. However, this expansive home still maintains a cozy atmosphere. “It...

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Light & Lovely : In Old Naples

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A shared vision of dazzling light is what inspired Karen and Bruce Larson when they began to plan their latest home in Old Naples. Co-owners of Dreamhouses of Old Naples, Bruce speaks for the pair when he says, “We are always looking for openness and flow and, in this home, we wanted as much light...

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Traditional Jewel : Sensational Home Design

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Grand homes of sensational design are not uncommon across many of South Florida’s finer neighborhoods, yet the desire to astound and surprise remains at the heart of those who create these masterpieces. The bar rises ever higher, as homeowners look for that something special to catch their eye. Th...

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Beauty Exemplified : British West Indies Style

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Port Royal has long since been known as one of the most prestigious addresses in Naples, and this home built by BCB Homes is one of the most regal in this enclave. The challenge for this expansive estate included creating a place that was supremely comfortable and inviting regardless of its square f...

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Masterfully Built : A Contemporary Twist on the British West Indies

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Situated in one of the best communities in the U.S., The Resolute is a home that has a little something for everyone in it’s 3,900 square feet of living space. From water views to a large, three car garage, both the home itself and the lot it sits on are examples of why Lakewood Ranch is such a po...

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Coastal Contemporary : Breaking Away From Tuscan Traditions

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Tucked away in the perfectly manicured, private community of The Lake Club at Lakewood Ranch, the Leeward model brings a coastal contemporary feel to this otherwise Tuscan-inspired area. The Lake Club prides itself on offering custom luxury homes and the Leeward embodies their commitment to excellen...